Schools in Sheffield (Barnsley)
Sheffield (Barnsley) has 7 schools: 6 primary and 1 secondary or all-through. 100% of the 6 schools with an Ofsted grade are rated Good or better (Strong standard or better under the new report cards). Among secondary schools, Penistone Grammar School has the highest Attainment 8 score (53.6 in 2025). Among primary schools, Thurgoland Church of England (Voluntary Controlled) Primary School has the highest share of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (87% in 2025).
- 7 schools
- 1 secondary
- 6 primary
Secondary Schools in Sheffield (Barnsley)
Ranked by Attainment 8, the average GCSE score per pupil. Progress 8 is from the latest year published.
| # | School | Ofsted | Attainment 8 | Progress 8 | Pupils |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Penistone Grammar School | Good | 53.6 (2025) | +0.33 (2024) | 1,946 |
Primary Schools in Sheffield (Barnsley)
Ranked by the percentage of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and maths at the end of Year 6.
| # | School | Ofsted | Met expected standard | Pupils |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thurgoland Church of England (Voluntary Controlled) Primary School | Good | 87% (2025) | 202 |
| 2 | Hoylandswaine Primary School | – | 85% (2025) | 94 |
| 3 | Oxspring Primary School | Good | 78% (2025) | 135 |
| 4 | Penistone St John's Voluntary Aided Primary School | Good | 74% (2025) | 493 |
| 5 | Millhouse Primary School | Good | 73% (2025) | 100 |
| 6 | Thurlstone Primary School | Good | 37% (2025) | 182 |